Unalaska, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
4,430
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$114,286
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
8 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$448,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,075
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,664
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Aleutians West Census Area
4
Alaska
6
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Aleutians West Census Area
1
Alaska
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 17 | 30 |
| Feb | 4 | 14 | 30 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 31 |
| Apr | 3 | 6 | 34 |
| May | 4 | 1 | 40 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Oct | 6 | 1 | 41 |
| Nov | 6 | 8 | 36 |
| Dec | 6 | 14 | 32 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 49%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, AK State Senate District S, AK State House District 37, AKSchools
Unalaska Jr/Sr High School
3 miles, SW
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3.2
Eagle's View Elementary School
3 miles, S
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3.7
Akutan School
34 miles, E
False Pass School
141 miles, E
Colleges
Alaska Christian College
731 miles, E
Alaska Vocational Technical Center
769 miles, E
•
1.9
Alaska Career College
793 miles, NE
•
1.4
University of Alaska Anchorage
794 miles, NE
•
2.3
Hospitals
Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation
465 miles, NE
Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
507 miles, NE
•
3.2
Providence Kodiak Island Medical Ctr
610 miles, E
South Peninsula Hospital
690 miles, E
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4.1
Airports
Adak Airport
444 miles, W
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1
Dillingham Airport
468 miles, NE
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1
King Salmon Airport
501 miles, NE
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1
Bethel Airport
506 miles, NE
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1